1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | 500 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 432 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 111 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 120 L |